It's hard to fault the timelessness and versatility of a black and white kitchen, but in all its benefits, it's vital to know how to ensure this palette doesn't fall on the wrong side of boring. Enter – Brooke Shields, who has demonstrated yet another way to make this classic color combination feel alive, and it comes in the shape of her white Zellige kitchen tiles , seen on the wall behind her stove. Hailing from Morocco, and dating back to the 10th century, Zellige tiles are usually square (much like the ones seen in Shields's kitchen), but they can come in all shapes and sizes.
Every tile is often created by hand, meaning each one has a different finish, due to the glaze the color variations can be limitless. This means their 'imperfect' finish is often a talking-point – thus making them perfect for black and white kitchens , where adding interest through texture is key. A post shared by Brooke Shields (@brookeshields) A photo posted by on Categorizing Zellige tiles as a trend can feel like somewhat of an unfair label, considering these pieces have influenced interiors, in some ways, for centuries.
However, it's hard to deny that the Zellige revival that started in 2021, has only increased in recent seasons. Backed by the likes of Blake Lively (in her neutral Zellige-covered shower room), and Jessica Alba, who also brings them into her kitchen, we've already spotted this tile trend in the houses of some of Hollywood's elite – consistently adding a rustic, textured in.